Slug
Slug verb - To deliver a blow to (someone or something) usually in a strong vigorous manner.
Tap
Tap verb - To strike or cause to strike lightly and usually rhythmically.
Both words in one sentence
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Cyberchase In the season 1 episode "Codename: Icky", Hacker uses a secret device of his to tap in to the cybersquad's submarine so he can overhear what they are saying in regards to their conversations about Aquari-Yum's energy-eating slug but the device also includes a microphone.
Source: Is This Thing Still On?
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